Install pkg from Github to Python 'venv' under VSCode or Pycharm

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I would like to install the Python package kiwiclient.py from this github repo :
https://github.com/jks-prv/kiwiclient
into a venv using an IDE like PyCharm or VSCode.

Is there a way to do this directly without cloning the repo locally?
If not, what are the steps to clone and install into a project's venv?

I am not particularly proficient in either Python, PyCharm or git so I would appreciate a detailed guide with few prerequisite skills.
Platform: Raspberry Pi OS
 
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This would be straightforward if you do it from the terminal. Activate the venv in the terminal first. Then run:
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pip install git+https://github.com/jks-prv/kiwiclient

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Greg Bernhardt said:
Use pip3 if on Python3
Doesn't it automatically use pip3 if Python 2.7 is not installed?
 
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FAQ: Install pkg from Github to Python 'venv' under VSCode or Pycharm

How do I install a package from Github into a Python virtual environment (venv) using VSCode?

To install a package from Github into a Python virtual environment in VSCode, you can use the following command: pip install git+https://github.com/username/repository.git@branch_name

Can I install a package from Github into a Python virtual environment (venv) using Pycharm?

Yes, you can install a package from Github into a Python virtual environment in Pycharm. You can do this by opening the terminal in Pycharm and running the command: pip install git+https://github.com/username/repository.git@branch_name

How do I create a Python virtual environment (venv) in VSCode?

To create a Python virtual environment in VSCode, you can open the terminal and run the command: python -m venv venv_name. This will create a virtual environment with the specified name.

Can I specify a specific branch when installing a package from Github into a Python virtual environment?

Yes, you can specify a specific branch when installing a package from Github into a Python virtual environment. Simply add @branch_name at the end of the Github URL in the pip install command.

Is it recommended to use a Python virtual environment (venv) when installing packages from Github?

Yes, it is highly recommended to use a Python virtual environment when installing packages from Github. This helps to isolate your project dependencies and prevents conflicts with other projects or system-wide packages.

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